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E32: Populism, Elites, and Preparing for AGI

"The Riff" with Byrne Hobart and Erik Torenberg

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Power vs Money in Media Ownership

Ownership of media outlets like the New Republic by individuals seeking influence rather than financial gain challenges the idea that social networks significantly influence elections. The preference for money over power in social networks is highlighted by the example of a situation where the Salsberger-Ochs family could potentially manipulate Facebook through significant stock ownership if social networks were more oriented towards power over money.

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